Top 10: South American stars on Premier League transfer radar

South America has always had a reputation for developing an exciting crop of young footballers, with Brazil, Argentina and Uruguay, the most revered hotbeds for up-and-coming talent.

Over the past couple of years we've seen an increasing number of players from that part of the world arriving in the Premier League, completing big-money moves to some of the country's most prestigious clubs.

Historically, England's top-flight is considered a difficult platform for some of South America's most highly rated stars, with the physically demanding rigours of English football, an unnatural environment for traditionally lightweight, flair players.

However, the successful transition of the likes of Gilberto Silva at Arsenal, Carlos Tevez at West Ham, Manchester United, and Manchester City, and Luis Suarez at Liverpool, we're starting to see a shift in opinion, with more and more stars from a relatively untapped continent, making the move to Europe.

Chelsea for example, have a growing contingent of Brazilian internationals at Stamford Bridge, with Ramires, David Luiz, and Oscar all established in the Blues first-team.

Their impressive form has seen a rise in interest from other Premier League clubs, looking to negotiate deals, not only for Brazilians, Argentines or Uruguayans, but players from countries all over South America.

In some cases, clubs are looking for a value-for-money acquisition, which tends to be a player with a smaller European profile, but still with bags of potential. Other examples are stars that are already plying their respective trade in Europe, and have built a reputation for themselves.

Either way, whenever a South American star is linked with a switch to the Premier League, fans tend to get pretty excited. And, with numerous names once again making headlines, ahead of proposed moves during the January transfer window, GiveMeFootball brings you the top ten talents that could be on their way here this month…

Chelsea firmed up their interest in the Brazilian midfielder after seeing him at close quarters in the Club World Cup. Manchester City are also keen, but he won't leave without a fight, says Corinthians president Mario Gobbi Filho.

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